Myles L. Berman DUI / Drunk Driving Case Of The Week 5/21/12 #1

March 30, 2012

Our client was observed driving into a DUI / Drunk Driving checkpoint, then backing out of the checkpoint blocking traffic and causing other cars to change lanes to avoid a collision. The driver side window was also tinted very dark. Client was then stopped. Officer observed watery eyes and odor of alcohol. Client admitted drinking 1 glass of wine. Client failed 5 FST’s and blew a .085/.085 on portable breath test machine. Client was then arrested for DUI / Drunk Driving. After arrest, client had a .094/.093 blood test result. Prior to jury trial, we filed a motion to suppress (Penal Code Section 1538.5) all evidence after stopping our client. Our motion was granted. Driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a .08 or greater in the blood and 3 more traffic violations were all dismissed. (The case results posted on this page do not guarantee the success or outcome of your case. Every DUI case is unique and the results may vary from case to case.)